Gemotions

The click of Amelia's heels echoed softly on the polished floor as she made her way to the boardroom. She took a deep breath, savoring the scent of the freshly brewed coffee that lingered in the air. The crispness of her tailored suit gave her a feeling of sharp confidence, of having control.

She didn’t feel the flutter of nerves that normally accompanied important events. She'd studied the proposal, she'd anticipated every possible question, and she was ready. She straightened her posture, and smoothed down her skirt.

A quiet certainty pulsed within her. She knew she had a strong case, and she knew she deserved this. She gave a small smile to herself, a gentle acknowledgment of her own strength. This day was just another step, on a path she had carefully paved.